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OWNER'S MANUAL
MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
Read this manual carefully before oper-
ating this vehicle.
Il convient de lire attentivement ce manuel
avant la première utilisation du véhicule.
Bitte lesen Sie diese Bedienungsanlei-
tung sorgfältig durch, bevor Sie das Fahr-
zeug in Betrieb nehmen.
TT-R50E
MOTORCYCLE
MOTORRAD
TT-R50E
TT-R50EL
BEG-F8199-80
MOTO

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG TT-R50E MOTORCYCLE MOTO MOTORRAD Read this manual carefully before oper- ating this vehicle. Il convient de lire attentivement ce manuel avant la première utilisation du véhicule. Bitte lesen Sie diese Bedienungsanlei- tung sorgfältig durch, bevor Sie das Fahr- zeug in Betrieb nehmen.
  • Page 2 Original instructions Notice originale Originalbetriebsanleitung PRINTED IN CHINA 2019.06...
  • Page 3 OWNER’S MANUAL TT-R50E MOTORCYCLE Read this manual carefully before oper- ating this vehicle. TT-R50E TT-R50EL BEG-F8199-80-E0...
  • Page 4 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. EC Declaration of Conformity conforming to Directive 2006/42/EC We, YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Japan, declare in sole responsibility, that the product TT-R50E (LBPCA01W000433462– )
  • Page 5 EAU41806 Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha TT-R50E / TT-R50EL. This model is the result of Yamaha’s vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It represents the high degree of crafts- manship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields.
  • Page 6 Parents should permit continued use only if they determine that the child has the ability to operate the motorcycle safely. Your motorcycle is equipped with an adjustable speed limiter. Yamaha recom- mends that all beginners start off with the speed limiter adjusting screw turned in to limit the amount of speed available while they learn.
  • Page 7 *Product and specifications are subject to change without notice. EAU37231 TT-R50E / TT-R50EL OWNER’S MANUAL ©2020 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. 1st edition, April 2019 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Location of important labels... 1-1 Cleaning the spark arrester...7-10 Adjusting the carburetor ....7-11 Safety information......2-1 Adjusting the engine idling speed .........7-12 Description ........3-1 Checking the throttle grip free Left view ......... 3-1 play ..........7-13 Right view........3-2 Valve clearance ......7-13 Controls and instruments ....
  • Page 9 Table of contents Specifications ........9-1 Consumer information ....10-1 Identification numbers....10-1 Index ..........11-1...
  • Page 10: Location Of Important Labels

    Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important in- formation for safe and proper operation of your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer. For Canada 3,4,5...
  • Page 11 Location of important labels For Canada N OT I C E AT T E N T I O N 1P6-F151A-40 1P6-F151A-50 3PT-2118K-A1 THIS VEHICLE IS A RESTRICTED USE MOTORCYCLE AND IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE ON PUBLIC HIGHWAYS. CE VÉHICULE EST UNE MOTOCYCLETTE À USAGE RESTREINT DONT L’USAGE N’EST PAS DESTINÉ...
  • Page 12 Location of important labels For Canada CAN ICES-2 / NMB-2 8KM-82377-30...
  • Page 13 Location of important labels For Europe...
  • Page 14 Location of important labels For Europe 1P6-F151A-80 100 kPa 100 kPa 1.00 kgf/cm² 1.00 kgf/cm² 15 psi 15 psi 5PG-2816R-00 5B6-2816R-00 3PT-2118K-A1 TT-R50E EN16029 2019 2.5 kW 58 kg YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2CJ-2156A-00 2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN 5B6-2817L-00...
  • Page 15 Location of important labels Familiarize yourself with the following pictograms and read the explanatory text. Read the Owner’s manual. Always use an approved helmet and protective gear. Use from 6 years old. Operation of this motorcycle by children under the age of 6 increase the risk of severe injury or death.
  • Page 16 Loss of control can result in severe injury or **.* kPa **.* kPa death. *.** kgf/cm² *.** kgf/cm² *.* psi *.* psi Model Name ****** Max. Power *** kW *** kg Mass In Running Order 1 Year of construction **** YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN...
  • Page 17 Location of important labels For Oceania and South Africa...
  • Page 18 Location of important labels For Oceania and South Africa N OT I C E 1P6-F151A-40 3PT-2118K-A1...
  • Page 19: Safety Information

    Safety information EAU4121C an accident or equipment damage. See page 5-1 for a list of pre-operation checks. Be a Responsible Owner  This motorcycle is designed for As the vehicle’s owner, you are re- off-road use only, therefore, it is il- sponsible for the safe and proper oper- legal to operate it on public ation of your motorcycle.
  • Page 20 Safety information sic motorcycle maintenance. Protective Apparel Certain maintenance can only The majority of fatalities from motorcy- be carried out by certified staff. cle accidents are the result of head in-  Many accidents involve inexperi- juries. The use of a safety helmet is the enced operators.
  • Page 21 Yamaha accessories, which are avail- dling if the weight distribution of the able only from a Yamaha dealer, have motorcycle is changed. To avoid the been designed, tested, and approved possibility of an accident, use extreme by Yamaha for use on your vehicle.
  • Page 22 While you may find aftermarket prod- unstable in cross winds. ucts similar in design and quality to • Certain accessories can dis- genuine Yamaha accessories, recog- place the operator from his or nize that some aftermarket accesso- her normal riding position. This...
  • Page 23 Safety information  Point the front wheel straight ahead on the trailer or in the truck bed, and choke it in a rail to pre- vent movement.  Shift the transmission in gear (for models with a manual transmis- sion). ...
  • Page 24: Description

    Description EAU63371 Left view 1. Fuel cock (page 4-7) 2. Throttle stop screw (page 7-12) 3. Air filter element (page 7-9) 4. Fuse (page 7-28) 5. Battery (page 7-27) 6. Engine oil drain bolt (page 7-7) 7. Shift pedal (page 4-3)
  • Page 25: Right View

    Description EAU63391 Right view 1. Seat (page 4-8) 2. Fuel tank cap (page 4-4) 3. Spark plug cap (page 7-6) 4. Brake pedal (page 4-4) 5. Clutch adjusting screw (page 7-16) 6. Engine oil filler cap (page 7-7)
  • Page 26: Controls And Instruments

    Description EAU63401 Controls and instruments 1. Engine stop switch (page 4-1) 2. Starter (choke) lever (page 4-8) 3. Main switch (page 4-1) 4. Brake lever (page 4-3) 5. Throttle grip (page 7-13) 6. Start switch (page 4-1)
  • Page 27: Instrument And Control Functions

    Instrument and control functions EAU40341 EAU1234M Main switch Handlebar switches Left The main switch controls the ignition 1. Engine stop switch “ ” system. The main switch positions are described below. Right EAU10631 All electrical systems are supplied with power, and the engine can be started. The key cannot be removed.
  • Page 28: Speed Limiter

    Instrument and control functions EAU39865 EWA14404 Speed limiter WARNING Your motorcycle is equipped with an Improper adjustment of the speed adjustable speed limiter. The speed limiter could cause improper throttle limiter keeps the throttle from fully operation. You could lose control, opening, even when the throttle grip is have an accident or be injured.
  • Page 29: Shift Pedal

    Instrument and control functions EAU39852 EAU12892 Shift pedal Brake lever 1. Shift pedal 1. Brake lever 2. Neutral position The brake lever is located on the right This motorcycle is equipped with a side of the handlebar. To apply the constant-mesh 3-speed transmission.
  • Page 30: Brake Pedal

    Instrument and control functions EAU12944 EAU13183 Brake pedal Fuel tank cap 1. Brake pedal 1. Fuel tank cap The brake pedal is located on the right To remove the fuel tank cap, turn it side of the motorcycle. To apply the counterclockwise, and then pull it off.
  • Page 31: Fuel

    Instrument and control functions EAU13213 dry, soft cloth, since fuel may Fuel deteriorate painted surfaces or Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in plastic parts. [ECA10072] the tank. 4. Be sure to securely close the fuel EWA10882 tank cap. WARNING EWA15152 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are WARNING...
  • Page 32: Fuel Tank Breather Hose

    Before operating the motorcycle:  Gasohol containing methanol is  Check the fuel tank breather hose connection. not recommended by Yamaha be-  Check the fuel tank breather hose cause it can cause damage to the for cracks or damage, and replace fuel system or vehicle perfor- mance problems.
  • Page 33: Fuel Cock

    Instrument and control functions EAU13562 Fuel cock The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank to the carburetor while filtering it also. The fuel cock has three positions: 1. Arrow mark positioned over “RES” This indicates reserve. If you run out of fuel while riding, move the lever to this position.
  • Page 34: Starter (Choke) Lever

    Instrument and control functions EAU13591 EAU13962 Starter (choke) lever “ ” Seat To remove the seat Remove the bolts, and then pull the seat off. 1. Starter (choke) lever “ ” Starting a cold engine requires a richer air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by the starter (choke).
  • Page 35: Sidestand

    Instrument and control functions EAU37491 EAU68811 Sidestand Starting circuit cut-off system The sidestand is located on the left This system prevents in-gear engine side of the frame. Raise the sidestand starts. Periodically check the system or lower it with your foot while holding via the following procedure.
  • Page 36 5. Push the start switch. Does the engine start? The neutral switch may not be working. The motorcycle should not be ridden until checked by a Yamaha dealer. 6. Shift transmission into neutral. 7. Push the start switch. Does the engine start? The neutral switch may not be working.
  • Page 37: For Your Safety - Pre-Operation Checks

    Do not operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a Yamaha dealer. Before using this vehicle, check the following points:...
  • Page 38 For your safety – pre-operation checks ITEM CHECKS PAGE • Make sure that operation is smooth. Brake lever 7-23 • Lubricate lever pivoting point if necessary. • Make sure that operation is smooth. 7-24 Sidestand • Lubricate pivot if necessary. •...
  • Page 39: Operation And Important Riding Points

    1. Turn the fuel cock lever to “ON”. there is a control or function you do not 2. Turn the key to “ON” and make understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. sure that the engine stop switch is EWA10272 set to “ ”.
  • Page 40: Starting A Warm Engine

    Operation and important riding points EAU16641 EAU39903 Starting a warm engine Shifting Follow the same procedure as for starting a cold engine with the excep- tion that the starter (choke) is not re- quired when the engine is warm. 1. Gear positions 2.
  • Page 41: Engine Break-In

    In addition, check all fittings is almost completely stopped. and fasteners for looseness, and tight- en if necessary. ECA10271 NOTICE If any engine trouble should occur during the engine break-in period, immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
  • Page 42: Parking

    Operation and important riding points EAU17172 Parking When parking, stop the engine, re- move the key from the main switch, and then turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”. EWA10312 WARNING  Since the engine and exhaust system can become very hot, park in a place where pedestri- ans or children are not likely to touch them and be burned.
  • Page 43: Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment

    If you are not familiar with vehicle ser- vice, have a Yamaha dealer perform service. EWA15123 WARNING Turn off the engine when performing...
  • Page 44 Maintenance, replace- ment, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be per- formed by any repair establishment or individual that is certified (if applicable). Yamaha dealers are trained and equipped to perform these particular services.
  • Page 45: Periodic Maintenance Chart For The Emission Control System

     From 7000 km (4200 mi) or 18 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 3000 km (1800 mi) or 6 months.  Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills.
  • Page 46: General Maintenance And Lubrication Chart

     From 7000 km (4200 mi) or 18 months, repeat the maintenance intervals starting from 3000 km (1800 mi) or 6 months.  Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills.
  • Page 47 • Replace if necessary. • Check operation and for oil Shock absorber as- √ 15 * leakage. sembly • Replace if necessary. • Apply Yamaha cable lubricant √ √ √ 16 * Control cables or other suitable cable lubricant thoroughly. • Check operation.
  • Page 48: Checking The Spark Plug

    Do not attempt to can reveal the condition of the engine. diagnose such problems yourself. In- stead, have a Yamaha dealer check To remove the spark plug the vehicle. 1. Remove the spark plug cap.
  • Page 49: Engine Oil

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment To install the spark plug EAU49935 Engine oil 1. Clean the surface of the spark The engine oil level should be checked plug gasket and its mating surfa- before each ride. In addition, the oil ce, and then wipe off any grime must be changed at the intervals spec- from the spark plug threads.
  • Page 50 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. If the engine oil is at or below the Recommended engine oil: minimum level mark, add suffi- See page 9-1. cient oil of the recommended type Oil change quantity: 0.80 L (0.85 US qt, 0.70 Imp.qt) to raise it to the correct level.
  • Page 51: Cleaning The Air Filter Element

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU39835 Cleaning the air filter element The air filter element should be cleaned as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrica- tion chart. Clean or, if necessary, re- place the air filter element more frequently if you are riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
  • Page 52: Cleaning The Spark Arrester

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU40422 Recommended oil: Cleaning the spark arrester Yamaha foam air filter oil or other The spark arrester should be cleaned quality foam air filter oil at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart.
  • Page 53: Adjusting The Carburetor

    The carburetor is an important part of the engine and requires very sophisti- cated adjustment. Therefore, most carburetor adjustments should be left to a Yamaha dealer, who has the nec- essary professional knowledge and ex- perience. The adjustment described in the following section, however, may be 1.
  • Page 54: Adjusting The Engine Idling Speed

    If the specified idling speed cannot be follows at the intervals specified in the obtained as described above, have a periodic maintenance and lubrication Yamaha dealer make the adjustment. chart. A diagnostic tachometer is needed to make this adjustment. 1. Attach the tachometer to the spark plug lead.
  • Page 55: Checking The Throttle Grip Free Play

    This service must be performed when 1. Throttle grip free play the engine is cold. Throttle grip free play: 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in) Periodically check the throttle grip free play and, if necessary, have a Yamaha dealer adjust it. 7-13...
  • Page 56: Tires

    WARNING or glass fragments in it, or if the side- Operation of this vehicle with im- wall is cracked, have a Yamaha dealer proper tire pressure may cause se- replace the tire immediately. vere injury or death from loss of control.
  • Page 57: Spoke Wheels

    EWA15542 the wheel adjusted by your WARNING Yamaha dealer. Improperly tight-  Have a Yamaha dealer replace ened spokes can cause wheel excessively worn tires. Operat- misalignment. ing the motorcycle with exces-  Have the wheel balanced whenev-...
  • Page 58: Adjusting The Clutch Free Play

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU46252 Tightening torque: Adjusting the clutch free play Locknut: The clutch free play must be checked 6 N·m (0.6 kgf·m, 4.4 lb·ft) and, if necessary, adjusted as follows at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. When tightening the locknut, hold the 1.
  • Page 59: Adjusting The Brake Lever Free Play

    Adjusting the brake lever free WARNING play If proper adjustment cannot be ob- Measure the brake lever free play as tained as described, have a Yamaha shown. dealer make this adjustment. 1. Brake lever free play Brake lever free play: 10.0–20.0 mm (0.39–0.79 in)
  • Page 60: Adjusting The Brake Pedal Free Play

     If proper adjustment cannot be obtained as described, have a Yamaha dealer make this ad- justment. 1. Brake pedal free play Brake pedal free play: 10.0–20.0 mm (0.39–0.79 in)
  • Page 61: Checking The Shift Pedal

    The operation of the shift pedal should brake shoes be checked before each ride. If opera- Front tion is not smooth, have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 1. Brake shoe wear indicator 2. Brake shoe wear limit line Rear 1.
  • Page 62: Drive Chain Slack

    EAU83000 3. Remove the lower chain cover by To adjust the drive chain slack removing the bolts. Consult a Yamaha dealer before ad- justing the drive chain slack. 1. Remove the lower chain cover by removing the bolts. 2. Loosen the brake pedal free play adjusting nut, axle nut, and lock- nut at each end of the swingarm.
  • Page 63 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Tightening torques: Axle nut: 60 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 44 lb·ft) Locknut: 7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft) 5. Adjust the brake pedal free play. (See page 7-18.) 6. Make sure that the drive chain pullers are in the same position, 1.
  • Page 64: Cleaning And Lubricating The Drive Chain

    If a cable is wet areas. Service the drive chain as damaged or does not move smoothly, follows. have a Yamaha dealer check or re- place it. WARNING! Damage to the ECA10584 NOTICE outer housing of cables may result...
  • Page 65: Checking And Lubricating The Throttle Grip And Cable

    The operation of the throttle grip should be checked before each ride. In addition, the cable should be lubricat- ed by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart. The throttle cable is equipped with a rubber cover.
  • Page 66: Checking And Lubricating The Brake Pedal

    EWA10732 Lithium-soap-based grease WARNING If the sidestand does not move up and down smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or repair it. Otherwise, the sidestand could contact the ground and distract the operator, re- sulting in a possible loss of control.
  • Page 67: Lubricating The Swingarm Pivots

    ECA10591 NOTICE If any damage is found or the front fork does not operate smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer check or re- pair it. 7-25...
  • Page 68: Checking The Steering

    If any free smoothly, have a Yamaha dealer play can be felt, have a Yamaha check the wheel bearings. dealer check or repair the steer- ing.
  • Page 69: Battery

    CHILDREN. 1. Battery To charge the battery 2. Battery coupler Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat- tery as soon as possible if it seems to The battery is located under the seat. have discharged. Keep in mind that the (See page 4-8.)
  • Page 70: Replacing The Fuse

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 3. Fully charge the battery before EAU42026 Replacing the fuse installation. NOTICE: When in- The fuse is located inside the battery stalling the battery, be sure the coupler. key is turned to “OFF” before connecting the coupler. [ECA16931] ECA16531 NOTICE...
  • Page 71: Supporting The Motorcycle

    9. Turn the main switch to the on po- sition. 10. Start the engine. 11. If the fuse immediately blows again, check for a loose connec- tion and repair. If none found, have your Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. 7-29...
  • Page 72: Front Wheel

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Remove the axle nut and washer. EAU24361 Front wheel 5. Pull the wheel axle out, and then remove the wheel. EAU56365 To remove the front wheel 1. Loosen the axle nut. 1. Wheel axle To install the front wheel 1.
  • Page 73: Rear Wheel

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment EAU25081 Tightening torque: Rear wheel Axle nut: 35 N·m (3.5 kgf·m, 26 lb·ft) EAU56734 6. Connect the brake cable to the brake camshaft lever, and then in- To remove the rear wheel stall the brake lever free play ad- 1.
  • Page 74 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Place the motorcycle on a mainte- To install the rear wheel nance stand. WARNING! 1. Install the drive chain onto the rear avoid injury, securely support sprocket, lift the rear wheel off the the vehicle so there is no danger ground, and then install the wheel of it falling over.
  • Page 75: Troubleshooting

    However, should your motorcycle require any repair, take it to a Yamaha dealer, whose skilled technicians have the necessary tools, experience, and know-how to service the motorcycle properly.
  • Page 76: Troubleshooting Chart

    Check the vehicle. compression. 4. Compression The engine does not start. There is compression. Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. Operate the electric starter. There is no Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle. compression. 7-34...
  • Page 77: Motorcycle Care And Storage

    Rust and corrosion can develop matte colored finished parts. Be even if high-quality components are sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for used. A rusty exhaust pipe may go un- advice on what products to use be- noticed on a car, however, it detracts fore cleaning the vehicle.
  • Page 78 Motorcycle care and storage fected area any longer than in- scratching. Some cleaning structed. Also, thoroughly rinse compounds for plastic may the area off with water, immedi- leave scratches on the wind- ately dry it, and then apply a cor- shield.
  • Page 79 (Even the thermally in- duced discoloring of stainless- steel exhaust systems can be re- Consult a Yamaha dealer for advice on moved through polishing.) what products to use. 4. To prevent corrosion, it is recom- mended to apply a corrosion pro-...
  • Page 80: Storage

    Motorcycle care and storage 5. Perform the following steps to EAU26153 Storage protect the cylinder, piston rings, etc. from corrosion. Short-term a. Remove the spark plug cap Always store your motorcycle in a cool, and spark plug. dry place and, if necessary, protect it b.
  • Page 81 Motorcycle care and storage 9. Remove the battery and fully char- ge it. Store it in a cool, dry place and charge it once a month. Do not store the battery in an exces- sively cold or warm place [less than 0 °C (30 °F) or more than 30 °C (90 °F)].
  • Page 82: Specifications

    Specifications Dimensions: Engine oil: Overall length: Recommended brand: 1305 mm (51.4 in) YAMALUBE Overall width: SAE viscosity grades: 595 mm (23.4 in) 10W-40 Overall height: Recommended engine oil grade: 795 mm (31.3 in) API service SG type or higher, JASO Seat height: standard MA 555 mm (21.9 in)
  • Page 83 Specifications Front brake: EAU51132 Type: For Europe only Mechanical leading trailing drum brake Rear brake: The figures quoted are emission levels Type: and are not necessarily safe working Mechanical leading trailing drum brake levels. Whilst there is a correlation be- Front suspension: tween the emission and exposure lev- Type:...
  • Page 84: Consumer Information

    Yamaha dealer or for reference in case the vehicle is stolen. EAU26442 Engine serial number VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER: 1.
  • Page 85: Index

    Index Air filter element, cleaning ...... 7-9 Safety information........2-1 Seat............4-8 Shifting............6-2 Battery..........7-27 Shift pedal..........4-3 Brake lever ..........4-3 Shift pedal, checking ......7-19 Brake lever, checking and Sidestand..........4-9 lubricating .......... 7-23 Sidestand, checking and lubricating ..7-24 Brake lever free play, adjusting ....
  • Page 86 WARNING Improper motorcycle use can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH. ALWAYS USE NEVER USE NEVER CARRY AN APPROVED ON PAVED PASSENGERS HELMET AND ROADS PROTECTIVE GEAR NEVER operate: • without proper training or instruction. • at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions. •...

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